Jessie Reyez is a Canadian singer, songwriter, and guitarist. She was born on June 12, 1991, in Toronto, Canada, and is of Colombian heritage. Reyez began her music career in 2014 with the release of her debut single, "Living in the Sky." She gained widespread attention with her 2017 EP, "Kiddo," which included the hit single "Figures." The song earned her critical acclaim and a nomination for Best New Canadian Artist at the 2018 iHeartRadio MMVAs. Since then, Reyez has released several more successful singles and albums, including "Before Love Came to Kill Us" (2020), which features collaborations with Eminem and 6LACK. Her music is known for its emotional depth and raw honesty, and she has been praised for her powerful vocals and songwriting abilities. In addition to her music career, Reyez has also worked as an actress, appearing in the film "The Gatekeeper" (2018) and the TV series "One World Kitchen" (2015).